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Join us on a test drive of VSSL’s Java G25 grinder, where we assess its durability, engineering, and integration with other outdoor gear. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo by Vasileia Fanarioti After recently […]

We take a look at the classes, parties, show floor activities, and more at this year’s Expo from the service technician’s perspective. BY JON FERGUSONSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo courtesy of Scott Jones According […]

Busan is the main southern city of South Korea, a vibrant port where old traditions and new trends blend together beautifully. BY TANYA NANETTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos by Tanya Nanetti Busan is South Korea’s […]

We chat with coffee-service technician Hope Roberts about ways to improve communication for quick, worry-free outcomes when fixing coffee equipment. BY JON FERGUSONSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos courtesy of Hope Roberts As a writer with […]

Tokyo offers some unique and exciting coffee experiences, including the exclusive coffee omakase at Cokuun, which I had the pleasure of attending. BY TANYA NANETTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos by Tanya Nanetti When making note […]

The 2024 Amsterdam Coffee Festival, the festival’s ninth edition, featured scores of exhibitors, exciting new products, and much more. BY THOMAS WENSMASPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo courtesy of Coffee Ventures Europe The highly anticipated […]

We review the VSSL Nest Pour Over Kit, assessing its durability, convenience, and the quality of coffee it produces. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of VSSL and Vasileia Fanarioti Nestled in the wilderness […]

Featured photo: The Mahlkönig Modell 4 DSR, circa 1930All photos courtesy of MahlkönigSPONSORED POST In the vibrant city of Hamburg, Germany, in 1924, amidst the bustling energy of industrial progress, a legacy began. The port […]

Five women specialty-coffee producers from Costa Rica have documented their experiences for the film Stronger Than Coffee, which is screening during the Specialty Coffee Expo this week. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo […]

The Specialty Coffee Expo kicks off this week—here are all the goings-on to know about. COMPILED BY SARAH ALLENBARISTA MAGAZINE Feature image courtesy of Specialty Coffee Association There are so many fun and exciting parties […]

Many people in the coffee industry struggle with invisible illnesses that can impact their lives and work. These resources may help. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Unsplash In the April […]

We talk to Weihong Zhang, a biochemist turned coffee professional, about how he conquered the U.S. Brewers Cup by using a decaf coffee. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Weihong Zhang Today, we […]

We explore the differences between beet sugar and sugarcane, and take a look at their environmental impact. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Ville Mononen Most of us will add a spoonful […]

“Zero retention” is a sought-after quality in grinders; does this new product actually deliver it? BY JOSH TAVESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Josh Taves Grinders, grinders, grinders! They seem to be a big topic […]

We conclude our conversation with the new United States Barista Champion. BY CHRIS RYANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Kenneth R. Olsen Frank La, co-owner of Be Bright Coffee in Los Angeles with his wife, […]

In his second year competing again after a nine-year hiatus, the Los Angeles-based barista became the 2024 U.S. Barista Champion. BY CHRIS RYANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Pacific Barista Series When the 2023 […]

In our 19th anniversary issue, we feature Xavier Alexander from Chicago’s Metric Coffee, investigate invisible disabilities, dive into unions, coffee competitions, and much more! BY SARAH ALLENBARISTA MAGAZINE It’s April, so that means it’s time […]

These five specialty shops will recharge your energy during a visit to the whirlwind city that is Hong Kong. BY TANYA NANETTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos by Tanya Nanetti Hong Kong may be a hectic […]

We talk to the new U.S. Cup Tasters Champion about his passion for competition and coffee, training for success, and more. BY CHRIS RYANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Memli Coffee Lab Soon after […]

The collaboration includes a limited-edition coffee from Nancy Hernandez Contreras and a poster design. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Jason Burton This Women’s History Month, Scott Conary from Carrboro Coffee […]

We continue our exploration of popular sweeteners by turning our sights to coconut sugar. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Unsplash Nowadays, it seems like everyone’s looking for an alternative to […]

We sit down with Grace Talbot, Cup North’s partnership & content manager, to uncover the concept and ethos behind the Extracted Development competition. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo courtesy of Cup North Extracted […]

Join us as we explore the evolution, sustainable initiatives, and innovative offerings of the eighth Tallinn Coffee Festival. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Profexpo and photographer Marek Metslaid On April 27–28, the […]

The SCA has announced revisions to its membership model, including a free option for individual memberships. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Specialty Coffee Association. The Specialty Coffee Association is significantly […]

Meet Frank La, Weihong Zhang, and Mehmet Sogan, three of this year’s USCC winners. BY KATE VAN PETTENSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo of Brewers Cup winners by Kate Van Petten Yesterday we gave a […]

The U.S. Coffee Championships in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., crowned this year’s winners in the national Cup Tasters, Brewers Cup, and Barista Championships. BY KATE VAN PETTENSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo of Barista winners by […]

Celebrate the coming of brighter days with flavors of lavender, hibiscus, rosemary, and more. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Unsplash The days are finally getting longer, and everybody’s getting restless […]